San Zoilo Monastery

Carrión de los Condes, Spain

This Benedictine San Zoilo monastery is on Saint James's Way. The most important part of the building is the Plateresque cloister (16th century), which is adorned with medallions and busts.

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Calle San Zoilo 23, Carrión de los Condes, Spain
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Founded: 10th century AD
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Christine Dunn (11 months ago)
An amazing place to stay, beautiful and quiet, lovely room and great food.
Norman Dunn (11 months ago)
We only stayed for one night but we thought it was just wonderful. Huge double room with good facilities. Food very good, and good staff. Certainly we would recommend this.
Rose Martin (11 months ago)
Beautiful architecture full of peace and quiet. Spiritual atmosphere. A must-see for architecture and St James' way lovers
Mr Igual (16 months ago)
Amazing architecture. Beautiful building cared with love and persistence since a few hundred years ago.
Sheila Mitchell (2 years ago)
Brilliant restaurant. Cafe not so nice. Good customer service on the whole
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